How To Fix /SEHS/DG_DG187 - No data records changed in table &1, no valid key found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SEHS/DG_DG -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: No data records changed in table &1, no valid key found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG187 - No data records changed in table &1, no valid key found ?

  The SAP error message /SEHS/DG_DG187 No data records changed in table &1, no valid key found typically indicates that an attempt was made to update or change records in a specific database table, but the operation failed because no valid key was found for the records you were trying to modify. This can occur in various scenarios, such as during data uploads, updates, or when executing certain transactions.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Key: The key used to identify the record in the table does not exist. This could be due to a typo, incorrect data, or the record being deleted or never created.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may not meet the integrity constraints defined for the table, leading to the inability to find or update the record.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the records in the specified table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the operation from being completed successfully.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check the Key Values: Verify that the key values you are using to access the records are correct. Ensure that they match the existing records in the database.
  Review Data: If you are uploading or modifying data, check the source data for any inconsistencies or errors that might prevent the operation from succeeding.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the operation has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the records in the specified table.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the execution of the program or transaction to identify where the failure occurs.
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or program you are using to see if there are known issues or additional requirements.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes related to data management, such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE38 (ABAP Program), or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs (transaction SM21) for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message you are encountering in SAP.